Events Listed As Open to the Public

Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, our explosive origins and connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. A family-friendly film full of fun, adventure, and enlightenment. Most suitable for ages 8+, all ages are welcome.

In 1934, Christopher Morley started one of the original Sherlockian societies, the Baker Street Irregulars (BSI), which is still active today. Connected to the BSI, Sherlockians across the country also formed scion societies including Indiana’s the Illustrious Clients of Indianapolis. Founded in 1946, it's one of the oldest, most active, and most published of the offshoot societies. Andy and Shelly Gage, editors of You Know My Methods, Watson: The Illustrious Clients Third Case-Notes, will take you on a journey through this history to the Client’s latest publication, and share what they discovered from their fellow club members about the varying facets and individualization of what it means to be a Sherlockian. Reception and book signing to follow presentation.

Experience Muncie is a noncredit class designed to provide stimulating intellectual opportunities to English language learners through presentations, conversations, and field trips to familiarize learners with the arts, culture, and other opportunities available locally. Students must be intermediate-level English language speakers who possess conversational skills and have transportation to the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center and other nearby sites.

Darlene Tsai is a piano student of Ray Kilburn. Program to be announced. This event is free and open to the public.

Visit the Nature Lab from 10-2pm to learn all about our flying friends with the Robert Cooper Audubon Society

You’ll learn to combine images, printed material, and other objects to create a unique work of art. Ann will provide all the materials you need to make your own collage and teach you how to make the project fun and easy for your students. This piece will combine nature and recyclable materials using what is readily available in every class.

The Teachers College 2023 Emens Distinguished Professorship Lecture featuring Dr. Kofi Lomotey will take place on Thursday, June 22, 2023, from 1-2:30 p.m. EST via Zoom. Dr. Lomotey will present: “The Education of African Americans: What’s Juneteenth Got To Do With It?”

This session teaches you how to have fun with self-portraits no matter your skill level or your student’s skill level. You’ll learn how to make a positive self-portrait through questions, drawings, composition, design, watercolor, tempera paint, and collage.

From the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings and privately-operated space flights. Be immersed in this historic reconstruction of Man’s first steps into space. Who were the Men and Women that took part in these death-defying endeavors? Witness their drive, their passion, and their perseverance to explore, in Dawn of the Space Age.

There will be a total solar eclipse visible from Muncie on April 8, 2024, and a partial solar eclipse visible from Muncie on October 14, 2023. A total solar eclipse is such a spectacular event, it is never too early to start planning for one. Come learn how solar and lunar eclipses happen, and about scientific discoveries that have been supported by total solar eclipses. This show also uses beautiful visuals to explore the historical and cultural view of eclipses, and explains how to safely see these awe-inspiring sights.

Visual Thinking Strategies is an inquiry-based teaching strategy that is applicable to all grade levels and doesn’t require educators to possess any special art training. The method is used to improve a student’s ability to describe, analyze and interpret imagery and information through observations and highly structured discussions.

From the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings and privately-operated space flights. Be immersed in this historic reconstruction of Man’s first steps into space. Who were the Men and Women that took part in these death-defying endeavors? Witness their drive, their passion, and their perseverance to explore, in Dawn of the Space Age.

There will be a total solar eclipse visible from Muncie on April 8, 2024, and a partial solar eclipse visible from Muncie on October 14, 2023. A total solar eclipse is such a spectacular event, it is never too early to start planning for one. Come learn how solar and lunar eclipses happen, and about scientific discoveries that have been supported by total solar eclipses. This show also uses beautiful visuals to explore the historical and cultural view of eclipses, and explains how to safely see these awe-inspiring sights.

We're all drowning in photos. From quick snaps on our phones, to 1980s Polaroids in sticky-page binders, to one hundred-year-old formally posed studio shots, these images capture priceless family history and memories. Learn the best practices for organizing and caring for your photo collection in order to find images easily and pass the memories down to future generations. REGISTER ONLINE (under Art, Music, Hobbies)

New and returning BSU students can visit the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse & Nature Lab for guided tours from 10-3pm.

Buzz over to the BSU Nature Lab, Christy Woods, and the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse to learn all about our pollinators and their relationships with flowers

Where can you go with a humanities degree? Let us show you at the 6th annual Star Party, Tuesday, September 12, 2023 from 5-7 PM outside on the patio of the North West residence hall.

Ball State University will host the High-School Honors String Orchestra on Saturday & Sunday, October 14 & 15, 2023. The orchestra is open to all high school students by recommendation from their private instructor or orchestra director. This year's guest conductor is Joel Smirnoff.

Ball State University will host the High-School Honors String Orchestra on Saturday & Sunday, October 14 & 15, 2023. The orchestra is open to all high school students by recommendation from their private instructor or orchestra director. This year's guest conductor is Joel Smirnoff.

Buckle your seatbelts and strap in for a Ms. Frizzle-inspired adventure (candy included) from 10-3pm

Join BSU culinary students and Rinard Orchid Greenhouse staff to learn all about our favorite foods and the tropical plants they come from.

Visit the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse, Nature Lab, and Christy Woods for our annual evening holiday program